We’re off to experience a little taste of China in Japan now as we head to Kobe for a day trip. Nankinmachi is a small but perfectly formed chinatown in central Kobe and is the centre of the Chinese community in the Kansai Region. The area was built up by Chinese merchants who settled nearContinue reading “China town”
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Neon wonderland
Taking a brief break from our Japanese Odyessy to document a quick trip to London this weekend. Staying with a university friend in Amersham we first head to Walthamstowe, the home of 90s boy band E17! There’s a surprisingly quaint old village centre with a 15th century timbered house. But our main focus is hidden,Continue reading “Neon wonderland”
High jinks in Harajuku
Next up on my must see list was the quirky shopping and sights of Tokyo’s stylish teens – Harajuku. So after watching the human chaos at Shibuyu crossing we head through the bustling streets towards the style mecca of Harajuku. We know we’ve arrived when we spot the cartoony flowers marking the entrance to TakeshitaContinue reading “High jinks in Harajuku”
Sayonara Shinjuku
Here’s one last neon whirl around Shinjuku’s flashing lights and garish nightlife. I’m missing the frenetic city again! The temptation to book flights and head back is increasing with every photo I post! A last look at Godzilla is a kitschy reminder of the wealth of cultural influences that Japan has gifted to the world.Continue reading “Sayonara Shinjuku”
Colourful cans
Taking a brief pause from street scenes and quaint harbours I just wanted to simply dedicate a post to one of my favourite things that I kept spotting in Brittany – colourful cans! You can find these uniquely branded, vivid tins in Concarneau and other places close by. They are produced by Conserverie Courtin – aContinue reading “Colourful cans”
Bird’s eye views
Here’s the final batch of Pena Palace photographs. I couldn’t get enough of this magical place. Even though we had a panicked hour when we managed to lose my mother! Lesson learnt – never allow a 65 year old out of your sight, not for a second! For a pensioner she can be remarkably swiftContinue reading “Bird’s eye views”
Thai markets
Thailand is a veritable market heaven and I always get a little bit giddy and carried away with them! Apologies to any “regular” readers (!) as you’ve probably seen a fair few of my Thai holiday pics fairly recently . . . but here’s a bit of a recap of some of my fav marketContinue reading “Thai markets”
First ever Asian markets
My trip to South Vietnam in 2008 marked the start of my love affair with Asia and all its quirky delights. It’s also the first place I encountered some of the cavernous trade markets with their endless produce for sale that I grew to adore. In Ho Chi Minh the Bin Thay market is aContinue reading “First ever Asian markets”
More magical markets
Carrying on my pictorial romp though markets that I have known and loved! These are a throwback from a trip to Southern France way back in 2009. From flavoured salts to olives and figs, there’s a host of delicacies on offer. These snaps are from the bustling Cours Saleya market in Nice which is atContinue reading “More magical markets”
Colourful markets
While I wait for the next jaunt I’m filling in the time with some collections of some of my favourite photos from the past few years. Along with peeling paint and endless buildings I also have HUGE fascination for markets, food, textiles, herbs, spices, kitchen utensils – you name it, I love to snap it.Continue reading “Colourful markets”